Believe it or not, not all roads lead to Athens… some take you north to Thessaloniki.

And those roads are often traveled by artists, dreamers, and history enthusiasts.

Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city, has a charm that captures the heart and inspires the soul.

It is a vibrant cultural hub where west and east co-exist in the most authentic way.

I’ve spent most of my life here. It’s where my kids grew up and where I always come back to. Every time I visit the air is the same, but something seems to change… always a new spot to checkout or a new development just waiting to happen.

You’ll find (almost) everything you need for an enriching visit to this charming city in this guide. And if you don’t, I’m always an email away! 👋

Here’s what we’ll get into today:

• Walk Through the Streets of Thessaloniki With Us

• The Best Brunch Spots In Thessaloniki You Have To Visit

• Thessaloniki Museums: Best Museums to Visit and What to Expect

• A Guide To The Annual Festivals Of Thessaloniki

• What’s Happening NOW in Thessaloniki?

Your Local in Greece,

— Efi

Walk Through The Streets of Thessaloniki With Us

Thousands of Byzantine artifacts? 

Remnants of an ancient hippodrome that you can only access through the back door of a local butchery? (yes you heard that right)

Thessaloniki is built on its history and is essentially an open-air museum with access to the ancient world at every turn. 

If you want to make your visit to Thessaloniki as memorable as possible or you want someone to do the talking so you can enjoy the silence, let's talk! 

The Best Brunch Spots In Thessaloniki You Have To Visit

What do all types of tourists have in common?

They all get hungry… but not everyone finds the best local flavors.

We hope to change that!

A Guide To The Annual Festivals Of Thessaloniki

Visiting a new city without checking out the local festivities is like reading a book with half the pages missing.

Thessaloniki's vibrant festivals are the heartbeat of the city, offering a unique glimpse into its rich culture and lively spirit.

From music and film festivals to traditional celebrations, there's always something happening that will make your visit unforgettable.

Need some help figuring out how to fit Thessaloniki into your itinerary this summer? Let’s chat! 

What’s Happening NOW in Thessaloniki?

👉The 7th Art-Thessaloniki International Fair hosted at the TIF - HELEXPO is available for one more day!

👉Thessaloniki’s annual Street Food Festival is on from May 30 until June 3 at the ΔΕΘ - TIF Helexpo.

👉Set off from Thessaloniki to discover the secrets of Mount Olympus with the best trekking team around!

I hope you learned something new about Thessaloniki today and won’t skip over its charm.

Last week, I introduced our new Mystery Trip package.

If you’d rather not pack your brain with you this summer to truly enjoy a care-free vacation, and prefer to leave it to a local with a network of partners across Greece, we’re a perfect match.

Don’t forget, you can always reply to this email! Whether you want to share your thoughts, suggest content, or start planning your trip together, I’d love to hear from you.

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